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Kazakhstan to join Mideast peace accords
KAZAKHSTAN said on Thursday it will join the Abraham Accords between Israel and mainly Muslim nations, in a largely symbolic move aimed at boosting US President Donald Trump's push for Middle East peace.
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November 08, 2025
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Ambassador urges South Africans to surrender
OLEXANDER Scherba, Ukraine's Ambassador to South Africa, has issued a stark warning to South Africans caught up in the turmoil of the Ukraine-Russia conflict, urging them to “surrender” rather than engage in the fighting.
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November 08, 2025
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Taking action against unproductive overthinking
IF you let it, overthinking will repeatedly stand in your way and hold you back from making tangible progress in your career. This negative thinking pattern is a common problem, with studies showing that as many as 73% of adults aged between 25 and 35 would categorise themselves as chronic overthinkers.
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November 08, 2025
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Gauteng skies set to ignite as Wonderboom Airshow returns
THE skies above Gauteng are set to roar to life as the Wonderboom Airshow returns to Wonderboom Airport on Friday, November 15, promising a high-octane flying festival showcasing the best of South African aviation.
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November 08, 2025
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Free eye screenings bring clearer vision to over 1200 Gauteng seniors
MORE than 1 200 elderly residents of Marlboro, Alexandra and surrounding townships received free eye care during October, thanks to a joint initiative by the Gautrain Management Agency (GMA), Bombela Concession Company (BCC), African Eye Institute (AEI), University of Johannesburg (UJ) and the Gauteng Department of Health (GDOH).
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November 08, 2025
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Offshore investing and the urgency of trusted guidance
IN AN increasingly interconnected yet uncertain world, South African investors face a unique set of challenges. Local market volatility, political risks, and the persistent threat of a weaker currency have led many people to look beyond our borders for security and growth.
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November 08, 2025
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Estate planning essentials: what you need to know about wills
DO YOU have questions about your last will and testament? David Thomson, Senior Legal Adviser at Sanlam Trust, answers some of the key questions South Africans have raised with Sanlam during Wills Month.
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November 08, 2025
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How Kolisi went from party animal to Bok legend
AS Siya Kolisi runs out to face France this tonight to earn his 100th Springbok Test cap, the occasion will rightly be framed as a national celebration, a monument to his leadership, his World Cup victories, and his symbolic significance as South Africa's first Black Test captain.
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November 08, 2025
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Kolisi: it's about giving back
BEING surrounded by his children, teammates, coaches, and the people who have shaped his life and rugby career has left Springbok captain Siya Kolisi calm and content ahead of his 100th Test match for South Africa.
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November 08, 2025
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The week that was
Role of science in social cohesion
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November 08, 2025
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Double murder sparks outrage over alcohol-related violence
THE murder of two cousins, Tshi-amo Moralanga, 22, and Bolaseng Moralanga, 21, in Mamelodi East on October 26, has once again forced the nation to confront the persistent scourge of intimate partner violence.
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November 08, 2025
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You need to protect your ability to earn
HERE'S a question for young working South Africans. What is your most valuable asset? No, it's not your property, and it's not your retirement savings. It's you.
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November 08, 2025
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Verstappen’s rallying call: Consistency is key in the title race
MAX Verstappen has issued a clear rallying call to his Red Bull Racing team, they must now be ahead consistently if they are to claw back the deficit in this season's Formula 1 title race.
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November 08, 2025
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How BEE is being dismantled by its opponents and its custodians
BLACK economic empowerment in South Africa is not collapsing by accident. It is being dismantled deliberately, but from two different ends of the political spectrum.
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November 08, 2025
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Gabriel’s moment of truth
RICHARDS Bay coach Ronnie Gabriel is on the brink of what could be one of the biggest milestones of his coaching career — guiding the Natal Rich Boyz to their first-ever domestic final as they face Orlando Pirates in the Carling Knockout Cup semifinal at the Moses Mabhida Stadium today.
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November 08, 2025
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No amnesty for past traffic infringements as Aarto is rolled out
MOTORISTS should not expect amnesty for past infringements when the Administrative Adjudication of Road Traffic Offences (Aarto) Amendment Act and demerit system are rolled out in 69 municipalities across the country from next month.
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November 08, 2025
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Drawings by primary school pupils in Strand turn into murals
NEW murals at Altena Primary School in Strand have been brought to life by the drawings of the school’s pupils.
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November 08, 2025
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Painting her way through retirement
SOME people find new hobbies in retirement. Jennifer Doon from Pretoria found an entirely new world. In her seventies, with fading eyesight and no painting experience, she picked up a brush and hasn't put it down since.
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November 08, 2025
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No end to fighting despite paramilitaries backing truce
AN END to fighting in Sudan still seems far off despite the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF), fighting the army for more than two years, endorsing a truce proposal.
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November 08, 2025
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Xaba aims for golden finish to a near-perfect season
GLENROSE Xaba has had a stellar season, winning just about every race she has entered. Early next week, she will be officially crowned the queen of the popular SPAR Grand Prix Series for the second year running.
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November 08, 2025
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Every single mother needs a financial safety net
SINGLE motherhood is becoming the norm in South Africa, with 42.3% of households headed by women. But with the cost of raising a child hitting R1.6 million and women's unemployment at 35.9%, financial planning has become a matter of survival.
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November 08, 2025
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Bafana coach Broos throws in the towel after failed attempts to hook up with PSL coaches
BAFANA Bafana head coach Hugo Broos has expressed profound frustration over his unsuccessful attempts to convene a meeting with all Premier Soccer League (PSL) coaches, indicating that he has now abandoned the effort altogether.
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November 08, 2025
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From fairway to world stage: Dlangisa's footgolf dream
IN THE dynamic world of sports, new disciplines are constantly emerging, captivating athletes and fans alike with their unique blends of skill and strategy. One such sport rapidly gaining traction, particularly across Africa, is footgolf an exciting hybrid of soccer and golf.
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November 08, 2025
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Experts call for panel to tackle inequality crisis
GLOBAL ‘EMERGENCY’
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November 08, 2025
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DJ Zinhle declares I’m not going to respond’ amid Mörda’s cheating allegations
DJ ZINHLE'S husband, Mérda, real name Bongani Mohosana, is currently facing the wrath of netizens on social media after rumours surfaced about him allegedly cheating.
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November 08, 2025
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Self Cav, the AI chatbot for mental and sexual health
A NEW AI chatbot, Self Cav, that is set to be launched this month, aims to provide young South Africans with access to crucial mental health and sexual health services.
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November 08, 2025
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THE HIDDEN BENEFITS OF CREDIT LIFE INSURANCE YOU MIGHT BE PAYING FOR
IF YOU'VE ever taken out a loan, signed up for store credit, or financed a car or cell phone, chances are you're already paying for a little-known but potentially lifesaving insurance policy, without even realising it.
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November 08, 2025
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Gigaba's meeting with IDAC: No arrest
FORMER public enterprises minister, Dr Malusi Gigaba, has not been arrested following his visit to the National Prosecuting Authority’s Investigating Directorate Against Corruption (IDAC) offices in Lynnwood, Pretoria East, on Thursday morning.
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November 08, 2025
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Siya: I am honoured but the Springboks come before the individual
SIYA Kolisi says that while he will be honoured to join the Springbok 100 club, what matters to him right now is “what happens between the four white lines” at the Stade de France tonight (10.10pm kickoff).
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November 08, 2025
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Why Anele Mdoda has hailed ‘Bad Influencer’ as a must-watch
THE buzz is real in Mzansi right now for Bad Influencer, the latest South African series hitting it big on Netflix and topping the charts across South Africa.
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